Beach Holidays

Switch off on the beach

Sometimes you just want to lie back and enjoy life

Sand between your toes, the sound of the waves lapping on the shore. There’s nothing quite so relaxing as a beach. You can while away the hours in the company of a novel and your loved one, gently turning a golden brown in the sun. Forget about time altogether until the sunset tells you it’s time to wander off to a battered hut to buy roast lobster caught just an hour ago by the fishermen.

On the other hand, if sitting around isn’t your thing then there’s surfing, parascending, wave runners or speedboats to get the adrenalin pumping.

Some of our favourites

For a dramatic setting, try Dahab in Egypt, a Bedouin town surrounded by mountains

12 Days Hong Kong & Koh Samui: City & Beach Holiday

With it’s beautiful sunsets, glistening waters, buzzing markets and majestic temples, this really is a Hong Kong experience you will never forget.
A perfect mix of bright lights, dynamic city life and culture of Hong Kong City contrasting with eight nights unwinding on the smooth, soft white sands of stunning Bo Phut beaches in Thailand.

Day 1 – Hong Kong
On arrival you will be picked up from the transfer desk in the arrivals hall and transferred by shuttle to the Cityview Hotel, Nathan Road, Kowloon, where you will stay for the next three days and experience two fascinating sightseeing tours. (accommodation and transfers included).READ MORE

A Three Day Drive to the Spectacular Vista of Phuket

Rent a car and drive from Phromthep Cape to Surin. Start off at Phuket’s West Coast and drive to the East Coast to see mud flats and mangrove swamps. This will lead you to Phromthep Came, which provides a panoramic view of the south end of Phuket.

Head north, after a one-kilometre dip and rise in the road, and you’ll come across the gorgeous Nail Harn Beach, which has a smaller view point but various local Buddhist temples. It is worth taking a stroll down the peaceful 800-metre beach as well.

Through Nai Harn Village, follow the sign up the hill towards Kata Beach. At the top of the hill you’ll come across a recognisable vantage point where you can gaze north and take a view of all three beaches: Kata, Karon and Patong Beach.

Head down to Kata to see the shimmering beaches of its beachside palms. There are a variety of boutiques, lush hotels, bars and restaurants along the main strip of Patak Road. Many take the opportunity to surf and snorkel in Kata. You can rent a board, mask and pair of fins to sail to the southern region of the beach. Soft white sand can be found at a nearside beach of Karon. It’s also a great spot for night-time partying and souvenir shopping. READ MORE

Enjoying Bedouin life on the beach of Dahab

Sit back, relax and enjoy Bedouin life on the beaches of Dahab.

Be sure to make the most of the customer service of the four star beach resort.

There are swimming pools right by the beach if you would prefer to enjoy the cooling waters from the resort first.

The beach resort should have air conditioning but there is always the balcony for you to feel and smell the salty sea breezes.

The resort is located on the right side of the coral reef, which provides snorkeling equipment. These are available for hire. Diving and learn-to-dive courses are also available to arrange at your pace and leisure.

The bohemian village of Dahab is a wonder to explore. It is, only, a short 5 kilometres away and the resort provides regular shuttle buses, free of charge to guests into the night. This is a great way for you to hit the town, be at the heart of Bedouin culture, easy for a spot of shopping or ocean side dinner.

Motoryacht excursion from Scopello, Sicily

Length 12 m. Dining/sitting area, kitchen, 1 double, 1 twin cabin.

1 day excursion to Lo Zingaro Nature Reserve
Meet at Castellammare Port at 9am. Tour along the coast of the Nature Reserve stopping at the different bays for a swim and sunbathing. Arrival to the destination of our excursion, San Vito lo Capo. Return at around 4pm.
Included: lunch with wine and water, skipper.
Maximum 7 people plus skipper

1 day excursion to Ustica
Meet at Castellammare del Golfo port at 8 am.
Arrival in Ustica at approx. 10am. Stop in Ustica town for breakfast and sightseeing. Guests will be taken by boat to different bays for a swim or to relax sunbathing.
Included: lunch with wine and water, skipper.
Maximum 7 people plus skipper.

1 day excursion to the Egadi Islands
Meet at Castellammare del Golfo port at 8 am.
Arrival in Levanzo at approx. 10am. Tour of Levanzo and Favignana by boat. Stops for visits of the islands and for swimming and snorkeling.
Included: lunch with wine and water, skipper.
Maximum 7 people plus skipper.

It is possible to extend the duration of the excursions. Please call for details.

Latest Offers Beach Holidays

http://www.crusadertravel.com/experience/israel-birdwatching/
Eilat Bird Festival – 17th March to 24th March 2019
17th March: Luton to Ovda and return from Ovda to Luton on 24th March
Full birding programme and half board accommodation at the Agamim hotel from £1920.00 per person or Vista Boutique Hotel on Bed and Breakfast basis and full programme from £1550.00 per person or 3 Day Bird Package at Vista on Bed and Breakfast basis from £1250.00 per person.
The Eilat Bird Festival is hosted each Spring at the peak of the migration period in Eilat, on the Red Sea, with tours throughout Israel’s southern regions, including the Arava, the Eilat Mountains, the Negev and the Dead Sea.
The Eilat Birds Festival is hosted by the Israel Ornithological Center and is designed to bring together birders from the world over for an unforgettable week of birds, migration and nature during the peak of spring migration.
The festival is a week long event that includes day and night bird watching tours to all the best sites in southern Israel, many bird related activities, presentations, talks and more.
Packages include accommodation, your choice of several free fully guided tours daily and evening activities. Past festivals hosted hundreds of birdwatchers from all over Europe and the US that enjoyed a host of real rarities, including extreme vagrants and many memorable migration days.
To book or for more information for Eilat Bird Festival, please call us on 020 8744 0474

17th March: Luton to Ovda and return from Ovda to Luton on 24th March
Full birding programme and half board accommodation at the Agamim hotel from £1920.00 per person or Vista Boutique Hotel on Bed and Breakfast basis and full programme from £1550.00 per person or 3 Day Bird Package at Vista on Bed and Breakfast basis from £1250.00 per person.

The Eilat Bird Festival is hosted each Spring at the peak of the migration period in Eilat, on the Red Sea, with tours throughout Israel’s southern regions, including the Arava, the Eilat Mountains, the Negev and the Dead Sea.

The Eilat Birds Festival is hosted by the Israel Ornithological Center and is designed to bring together birders from the world over for an unforgettable week of birds, migration and nature during the peak of spring migration.

The festival is a week long event that includes day and night bird watching tours to all the best sites in southern Israel, many bird related activities, presentations, talks and more.

Packages include accommodation, your choice of several free fully guided tours daily and evening activities. Past festivals hosted hundreds of birdwatchers from all over Europe and the US that enjoyed a host of real rarities, including extreme vagrants and many memorable migration days.

To book or for more information for Eilat Bird Festival, please call us on 020 8744 0474

New Year Offer
Now is the perfect time to start planning your next luxury escape. Our handpicked collection of hotels and retreats ideal for couples offer a level of peacefulness, alongside the luxury touches.
Additionally, New Year offer means that you will receive a £150 early booking discount (Book by 31st of December) combined with other special offers such as room discounts and board upgrades. Here are some of our top picks to inspire you.
5* Domes of Elounda
Plaka near Elounda, Crete
From £959 per person
Saving up to £464 per couple!
7 nights, Half Board
17 April – 31 October 2019
From London Gatwick
Includes: up to 25% room discount | free Half Board upgrade | free Greek experiences | £150 Early booking discount
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5* Hotel Elysium
Paphos, Cyprus
From £1079 per person
Saving up to £723 per couple!
7 nights, Half Board
May – October 2019
From London Gatwick
Includes: Free room upgrade | free Half Board upgrade | £150 Early booking discount
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5* The Ritz-Carlton, Abama
Guia de Isora, Tenerife
From £929 per person
Saving up to £681 per couple!
7 nights, Bed & Breakfast
22 April – 9 November 2019
From London Gatwick
Includes: 30% room discount | £150 Early booking discount
If you feel inspired call Crusader Travel today on 020 87440474 to book New Year Offer and for further information.

Now is the perfect time to start planning your next luxury escape. Our handpicked collection of hotels and retreats ideal for couples offer a level of peacefulness, alongside the luxury touches.
Additionally, New Year offer means that you will receive a £150 early booking discount (Book by 31st of December) combined with other special offers such as room discounts and board upgrades. Here are some of our top picks to inspire you.

Bangkok & Phuket in April
Enhance your Thailand holiday with a city break in thrilling Bangkok with its fabulous markets and shopping, vibrant nightlife, historic Grand Palace and temples before embarking on a beach stay in picturesque Phuket.
25 April 3 Nights at Rembrandt Hotel, Bangkok & 7 Nights at Marina Phuket Resort, Phuket including flights from £1439.00 per person.
4* Rembrandt Hotel, Bangkok
3 nights on Room Only in a Superior Room
Located at the heart Sukhumvit, the Rembrandt Hotel is just a short walk or complimentary tuk-tuk shuttle ride to a major interchange on the Skytrain network that links all the main shopping and tourist areas.
4* Plus Marina Phuket Resort, Phuket
7 nights on Room & Breakfast in a Jungle Room
At the end of golden Karon Beach, this relaxed resort is just minutes from the sands and shops of Phuket’s second largest resort but feels amazingly remote thanks to its hideaway jungle setting.
Call Crusader Travel today on 020 87440474 to book this amazing twin Center Holiday to Bangkok & Phuket and for further information.

Enhance your Thailand holiday with a city break in thrilling Bangkok with its fabulous markets and shopping, vibrant nightlife, historic Grand Palace and temples before embarking on a beach stay in picturesque Phuket.

Located at the heart Sukhumvit, the Rembrandt Hotel is just a short walk or complimentary tuk-tuk shuttle ride to a major interchange on the Skytrain network that links all the main shopping and tourist areas.